Private boat trips in Ibiza, planned around your group
Most boat trips in Ibiza are sold by the seat. These are not: the whole boat for you and no one else, a De Antonio with a professional skipper, the route agreed on the day and as many swim stops as you feel like. Up to 11 guests, out of Marina Ibiza.
Up to 11 guests plus skipper. Formentera is 30 to 45 minutes away.
- Departure from Marina Ibiza
- Your group only
- Skipper included
- No licence needed
What the day looks like.
Photographs of boats from our own fleet in Ibiza.
Pick the reason. We will sort out the route.
Six ways to spend the same day at sea. Every one of them includes a skipper, snorkel gear and paddle boards.
Private boat party
Your music, your coves and your own pace, with no strangers on board.
Sunset boat trip
Head out late, watch the sun go down from the water and come back with the last light.
Hen party boat
A full day out with music and catering, without sharing the boat with anyone.
Birthday on board
Cake, a toast and the route you choose, out at sea.
Family boat trip
Short anchorages, sheltered water and swim gear for the children.
Romantic boat trip
A quiet anchorage, the sunset and the option to plan a proposal on board.
Is a Private Boat Worth it Instead of a Shared Tour?
It depends on how many of you there are, and the maths swings further than people expect. Here are the figures.
A shared trip is far better value, and we will say so
€50 to €90 per person against €1,200 for the whole boat. For a couple who want a swim and a look at the coast, a shared trip does the job well.
Nine people, about €133 each
You charter the boat, not a seat. From six or eight people it comes in below almost any seat on a shared boat.
It follows that morning's forecast, not a timetable
On a shared trip the route, the hours and the length of each stop are fixed. Here, if a westerly is blowing you head for the east coast and the day is saved.
You stop when somebody wants to stop
You head back when the group wants to head back, and you can spend an hour in the same cove when the water is right.
From the first message to casting off.
Four steps. No deposit until the boat and the date are confirmed.
Tell us the plan
Date, how many of you and what you want out of the day.
We propose a boat
The model that fits the group, with a route for that day’s wind.
You confirm
Booking closed, with the departure time and the meeting point.
You board
At Marina Ibiza, where the skipper runs through the plan with you.
What you are guaranteed, in writing
Adverse weather: a new date or a refund
If conditions do not allow safe navigation we notify you in advance and you move the booking to another date at no cost. Should no alternative suit you, the full amount is refunded.
A firm quote before you confirm
Price with VAT and every extra itemised in writing before any payment. The single variable is fuel, which depends on the route and is settled on return.
Professional skipper included
No licence or prior experience required. He is part of the rate, not a supplement.
Confirmed with 50%
Half secures the boat and the date. The balance is settled before boarding.
Terms as published on the boat pages of this same site.
The questions that come up before confirming
We answer these by phone as well. We prefer to set them out in writing.
Depends how many of you split it
Between two, yes: a shared trip costs you €140 and this costs €1,200. Between nine it is €133 a head, less than the shared seat. Tell us how many you are and we will tell you honestly which one suits you.
You are not supposed to
Nobody arriving from abroad knows which cove is sheltered on a Tuesday. Tell us what you feel like — a quiet swim, Formentera, the sunset — and the skipper builds the route from that morning’s forecast.
You move the date, or you get your money back
If it is not safe to sail we tell you beforehand and you move the day at no cost. And if no other date works for you, we refund it.
Which is why the skipper is included
No licence, no experience, no previous time afloat. You arrive with swimwear and sun cream and he handles everything else.
De Antonio, and only De Antonio.
We are the official dealer for Ibiza and Formentera, so the whole fleet is one brand: hidden outboards, open decks and a wide bathing platform on every model.
- D28 to D60, from 8.5 to 18 metres
- Up to 11 guests plus a professional skipper
- Hidden engines: more usable deck
- Bathing platform on every model
What comes with every trip.
Professional skipper
Handles navigation and anchoring. No licence needed.
Fully insured
Comprehensive insurance and approved safety gear.
Snorkel and paddle board
For every swim stop along the way.
Bluetooth sound system
Play your own music from your phone.
Welcome drinks
Water, soft drinks, snacks and a stocked cooler.
Towels on board
Just bring swimwear and sun cream.
What the price covers, and what it does not
| Included in the price | Charged separately, and why |
|---|---|
| Professional skipper and comprehensive insurance | Fuel, based on the route you choose |
| VAT included in the price we quote | Hostess on board: €150 + VAT, on request |
| Towels, water, soft drinks and snacks | SeaBob: €300 + VAT, on request |
| Glassware, tableware and a cooler with ice | Catering and beach-restaurant bookings |
| Paddle board, snorkel gear and inflatables | Mooring at another port, if the route calls for it |
| Bluetooth sound system |
No small print: anything outside the left column is quoted before the booking is confirmed, never on the way back into port.
5.0 on Google from 196 reviews
What comes up most is not the boat but the skipper: he appears in half of the reviews that carry text.
Walter Tuck Sherman
“The experience was absolutely perfect, and our skipper Vicente was outstanding. The Antonio 36 was an excellent choice for a day cruise around Ibiza. I highly recommend both the boat and the company — five stars all the way!”
Andy Soucek
“Outstanding service from start to finish. The boat was immaculate, the crew was professional and attentive, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. Exceptional value for money. Highly recommended!”
Neidy Vieira
“They have top-quality boats, excellent service, and always go the extra mile. Totally recommended! 🙏🏼”
Public reviews from our Google listing, quoted verbatim.
Private boat trips in Ibiza: what to know before booking
April to October, and May is as good as August
The season runs from April to October. July and August bring the warmest water and the longest days; May, June and September have the same clear sea with far fewer boats at anchor.
Marina Ibiza, right in the centre
Almost every private trip leaves from Marina Ibiza, right in the centre. From there Formentera is a short crossing, Es Vedrà and the south coast lie to the west, and the quieter coves sit to the east towards Santa Eulalia.
The wind decides it, not the brochure
The wind decides the route, not the brochure. Your skipper checks the forecast each morning: with an easterly you sail the west coast, with a westerly you sail the east. That is the main thing a local skipper gives you that a fixed itinerary cannot.
Swimwear, sun cream and very little else
For the day itself you only need swimwear, sun cream and sunglasses. Towels, snorkel gear, paddle boards and a cooler with ice are already on board.
A skipper does not just drive. He decides the day.
What separates a day of swimming from a day holding the rail is rarely the boat: it is who picks the route. Our skippers work this coast all year and check the forecast every morning before suggesting anything.
- Picks the sheltered coast for that day's wind
- Knows where you can anchor over sand and where you cannot
- Handles the buoy fields at Ses Illetes and S'Espalmador in season
- Included: you need no licence and no experience
Buying a seat and taking the boat are two different holidays.
On a shared tour the route, the timetable and the lunch are decided for you, and you share the deck with dozens of people. Here the day is built around your group: where you stop, what you eat and when you head back.
Same sea. A completely different day.
If the day cannot go ahead, you do not lose the payment.
Nobody controls the weather: a single westerly can rearrange an entire week in Ibiza. What is within our control is what happens next, and we would rather set it out before you book than bury it in a clause.
Booking with us is not a wager on the forecast.
- The skipper consults the forecast on the morning of departure, not the night before
- If it is not safe to sail, you move the booking to another date at no cost or penalty
- If the trip cannot go ahead and no date suits you, the full amount is refunded
- On a marginal forecast we propose a sheltered coast and a shorter route before moving anything
What people ask before booking a boat trip
How much is a boat trip in Ibiza?
A seat on a shared tour costs roughly €50 to €80 per person. A private De Antonio with a skipper starts at around €1,200 for the whole boat — about €133 each across nine people, so more per head than a ticket. Fuel is quoted separately. What the difference buys is the route, the timing and an empty deck. Price pending validation.
What is the best boat trip in Ibiza?
It depends on what you are after. Formentera for the clearest water, Es Vedrà for the sunset, the north coast for quiet coves. Your skipper picks the version that works with the day’s wind.
How long is the boat ride from Ibiza to Formentera?
Between 30 and 45 minutes from Marina Ibiza to S’Espalmador, depending on the model and the sea. It is our most requested route and it fits comfortably in a day.
Is a private boat better than a shared tour?
A shared tour has a fixed route, a fixed timetable and a boat full of strangers. On a private boat you set the stops, the music and the time you come back, and there are never more than eleven of you on board.
Do we need a licence?
No. Every charter comes with a professional skipper who handles navigation and anchoring.
What should we bring?
Swimwear, sun cream, sunglasses and a light layer for the way back. Towels, snorkel gear, paddle boards and a stocked cooler are already on board.
What is included in the price, and what is not?
Included: professional skipper, VAT, full insurance, towels, water, soft drinks and snacks, glassware and tableware, Bluetooth sound, paddle board, snorkel gear and inflatables. Charged separately: fuel, based on the route you take, plus any extras — hostess (€150 + VAT) or SeaBob (€300 + VAT).
What is the 12 person rule on a yacht?
Spanish charter rules cap these boats at twelve people on board including the person driving — so nine to eleven guests plus the skipper, depending on the model. There is no way round it. Bigger groups go out on two boats that sail and anchor together.
How do we book, and what is paid up front?
Confirmed with 50%, the balance before boarding. For July and August book weeks ahead; the rest of the year there is usually a boat with a few days’ notice.
What if somebody gets seasick?
Tell the skipper as you board: he takes the sheltered coast, covers fewer miles and anchors sooner. A boat at anchor moves far less than one under way, and most seasickness settles once you stop.
Can we bring food, drink or a dog?
Yes to all three. Your own food and drink are welcome, and pets are fine if you tell us when you book. Water, soft drinks, snacks, ice, glassware and tableware are already on board.
What is the difference between Ibiza boat tours and a private boat trip in Ibiza?
Ibiza boat tours sell you a seat on a fixed route with a fixed timetable. A private boat trip in Ibiza means you charter the whole boat: you set the hours, the skipper picks the coves from that morning’s forecast, and nobody else is aboard.
How much is a private boat tour in Ibiza for a full boat day?
From €1,200 for a boat day in Ibiza in low season, rising to €1,400 in July and August, for eight hours with a skipper. Across nine guests that is about €133 each — often less than a seat on a shared tour. Fuel is quoted separately.
Are luxury boat trips in Ibiza very different from this?
The phrase usually means a bigger yacht with crew and an APA on top of the charter fee. Our De Antonio range runs from 8.8 to 15 metres with a professional skipper included: the same privacy and the same coves, at a day rate you know before you book.
Once you have the occasion, pick the destination.
Formentera in a day
There and back with no ferry: S’Espalmador, Ses Illetes and Cala Saona.
Es Vedrà and the west coast
Cala d’Hort, Cala Comte and Cala Bassa, best in the afternoon.
Tell us the occasion and we will suggest a boat and a route.
Date, group size and what you want to celebrate. We reply with a clear proposal within 2 hours, subject to availability.
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